Are you tired of traditional tortillas that leave you feeling heavy and bloated? Get ready to transform your meal game with these incredible Zucchini Tortillas – a game-changing recipe that proves healthy eating can be absolutely delicious! Packed with nutrients, low in carbs, and bursting with flavor, these homemade tortillas are about to become your new secret weapon in the kitchen. Whether you're a health enthusiast, a low-carb dieter, or simply someone who loves innovative cooking, this recipe will make you fall in love with tortillas all over again!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 6 tortillas
Ingredients
- Zucchini
- Coconut flour
- Ground flaxseed
- Salt
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Grate the zucchini using a box grater or food processor, ensuring you have approximately 1 cup of fresh zucchini shreds.
- Place grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture thoroughly. This step is crucial to prevent watery tortillas.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini, coconut flour, ground flaxseed, and salt. Mix ingredients until they form a cohesive dough.
- If the mixture seems too dry, add a small amount of water or olive oil to help bind the ingredients. The consistency should be firm and moldable.
- Divide the dough into 6 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball.
- Place a piece of parchment paper on a flat surface and lightly oil it with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Using another piece of parchment paper on top, press and roll each dough ball into a thin, circular shape using a rolling pin or flat-bottomed glass.
- Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Do not add additional oil.
- Carefully transfer each tortilla to the heated surface and cook for approximately 2-3 minutes on each side until light golden brown spots appear.
- Remove tortillas from heat and let them cool on a wire rack for a few minutes to maintain their structure.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Tips
- Moisture Matters: The key to successful zucchini tortillas is removing as much liquid as possible from the grated zucchini. Use a clean kitchen towel and squeeze thoroughly – this prevents soggy tortillas!
- Consistency is Crucial: If your dough seems too dry, add water or olive oil sparingly. The goal is a firm, moldable texture that holds together well.
- Parchment Paper Trick: Use parchment paper when rolling out tortillas to prevent sticking and achieve a uniform thickness.
- Heat Control: Cook on medium heat to ensure even browning without burning. Look for light golden spots as your doneness indicator.
- Storage Hack: These tortillas keep well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For best texture, gently reheat before serving.
- Versatility Tip: These tortillas work great with various fillings – try them with scrambled eggs, grilled vegetables, or lean proteins for a complete meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
